Defoliation (Noun)
Meaning 1
The loss of foliage.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Defoliation of the trees in the nearby park was a clear indication of the harsh effects of drought in the area.
- Extensive defoliation of the crops resulted in a significant decrease in the overall yield of the farm that year.
- Prolonged exposure to air pollution led to defoliation of the plants in the greenhouse, rendering them incapable of photosynthesis.
- Defoliation of the forest canopy had a ripple effect on the entire ecosystem, disrupting the habitats of numerous animal species.
- Environmental scientists monitored the defoliation of the mangrove forests to assess the impact of climate change on coastal ecosystems.
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Meaning 2
Causing the leaves of trees and other plants to fall off (as by the use of chemicals).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.